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March 30, 2011

Jalapeno Poppers

I love fried jalapeno poppers. And I guess that is what I am discovering about myself. I wasn't a fan of the raw jalapeno pepper used in this recipe. I would much rather it be fried in a batter. I know, that sounds so unhealthy and fatty, right? I enjoy the crunch from the fried batter. I did, however, LOVE the filling mixture. I could eat that in heaping spoonfuls and that would be enough. But I think I would love to find a recipe for deep fried jalapeno poppers with this similar filling, or come up with one on my own! I'm not very good at that though... coming up with recipes on my own. I like to modify recipes, but I usually need some kind of base recipe. Maybe that's because I haven't been cooking long enough. I'm not sure, but I am sure that one day I'll be comfortable enough to know what ingredients are necessary to make certain dishes. I'm getting better already, just not where I want and hope to be eventually!

Moving on from the self-empowerment.... and on to these poppers.

First, you wanna slice open each jalapeno popper lengthwise, and take out as many seeds as you would like. The more you leave in, the more heat. I took out most of my seeds, because I was a wuss.

In a bowl, mix together the cream cheese, lime juice, corn, bacon, and cayenne pepper. Like I said, I could (and did) eat this mixture on its own.

Then you wanna fill those peppers up with that delightful filling. Go on, fill up those lil jalapeno pepper boats, dividing the mixture evenly amongst them all. Then sprinkle some panko bread crumbs on top. For some crispiness.

Cut the peppers lengthwise making a boat, taking out as many seeds as you like (with gloves). In a bowl, mix the cream cheese, lime juice, corn, bacon and cayenne pepper together, stirring well. Fill the peppers with the mixture, then sprinkle panko bread crumbs on top. Bake at 450 degrees (or grill them) until peppers are tender, about 5 minutes at first and then checking them every few minutes after that.

I wish I enjoyed the jalapeno peppers more, but I sure did love that filling. It's nice to discover things about myself along my cooking journey. I guess I won't be making any stuffed pepper recipes, or non-fried jalapeno recipes anymore. It does feel good to know what I like. Hey, it's me. Everyone is different. If you are a fan of non-fried jalapenos or peppers, you may love this recipe! That's the magic of food... there's always something for everyone. An opinion is only one's own, so the best way to know for sure if you like something is to try it out for yourself. So go ahead and try these. Hey, if you don't like the jalapenos at least you get to eat the tasty corn and bacon mixture like me!

OHHHH! you could totally put this filling in mushroom caps & it would rock. or, you could even serve it as a thick spread for some bread... i may or may not have eaten an entire loaf of french bread that way... ;)

@ Kristin... um YUM! That jalapeno gouda sounds AH-Mazing!! I'll be on the lookout for some of that cheese! I have been on a fancy cheese kick lately :) And this does sound like a good mushroom cap filler :)

I LOVE jalapeno poppers... I love them fried, I loved them baked like this recipe..did I mention I love them??Next time, if you want to stay on the healthier side, instead of frying them, try breading them and baking them. If you have a wire rack to set on the baking sheet to keep the air circulating under the poppers, they should turn out crispy all around. Still not like fried, but way closer then the ones you just made.

I love stuffed jalepenos! I have never had them with corn,however. The other day, I went to a party and someone brought some wrapped in bacon. I think they are one of my favorite appetizers. So, thanks for sharing your version at Tuesday's Tasty Tidbits (Permanent Posies)

@ Jenn - Thanks for the tip :) I haven't used my deep fryer yet, and am afraid to. I will try your baking method with the breading on them.... any ideas how to get the breading to stick to the jalapenos?

Hello my lovely friend! These poppers look fantastic - love the addition of panko crumbs for texture and crunch! I made some fantastic chicken & lime stuffed ones last summer, but watch out for jalapeno burn on your fingers! :)

looks like i'm going to love it (love almost anything peppery-hot!)!!! we have something similar, which a friend calls 'dynamite'. we use chili peppers stuffed with ground pork and topped with cheddar cheese, then deep fried. am missing those already! :)

thanks so much for linking to Food Friday! WELCOME, and hope to see again next week! :)

never tried like this but this one sounds so delicious...thanks for sharing your recipe! love to do it soon, my hubby will definitely love this! PinayMum - Mommy's Life Around...wishing you a great weekend!

i love cream cheese, so i know i would love the filling on these. i think i am a fried foodie myself...i would probably drop those babies in hot oil without any guilt ;) thank you for sharing with tuesday night supper club.